What an interesting sports year....So many on the field and off the field stories. Sadly the bad side of sports may have overshadowed the good with Vick, Donaghy, Steroids and more overshadowing the Patriots (as much as i hate to say it), the Rockies and the Florida Gators.
In the city, it's been great....three great teams with the R-Braves, VCU Bball team and Richmond football team giving us winners all the time. Eric Maynor and Tim Hightower are now household names and forever will be in the lore of this city.
For me it's been a year of disappointment from all of the Philly sports teams but a discovery of a little school and their basketball team in VCU. What a scene the siegel center is and can be...I'd be remiss to say if i didnt enjoy the Richmond Spiders run in football. With all the injuries and everything the team went through to get as far as they did, it's amazing.
Tuesday, December 25, 2007
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Musings Time....
Alright, since it's been pointed out that i havent wrote in a while, it's time to put down some thoughts to the blog.
- I'm a huge college bball fan....not going to deny it but for some reason i'm not that into it yet. Could be that i'm still in College Football and Hawaii mode. Could be that the compelling games havent happened yet...who knows but i havent caught myself watching too many whole college bball games yet.
- The Redskins have been such a nice story this season with all the stuff they've been through. I'm sorry though....the story has a horrible ending. I have this feeling that all of the work they've done could fall down the tubes in the last week to Dallas.
- VCU has the potential to be special....and not just this season. Watching all the young'uns play showed such a bright future for a Rams team that is going to be a factor in recruiting.
- The Patriots....what do i say...i don't like them but i gotta respect them. That's all....
- Cya Donovan and Andy...you guys can go to Minnesota or Chicago for all i care. All i can say is Colt Brennan looks mighty nice in Eagle green.
- I just want to thank all of our loyal listeners for their support to this show. Without you guys i'd have to listen to Greg more. Each and every one of you contributes something to the show and we wouldn't be here without you.
- I'm a huge college bball fan....not going to deny it but for some reason i'm not that into it yet. Could be that i'm still in College Football and Hawaii mode. Could be that the compelling games havent happened yet...who knows but i havent caught myself watching too many whole college bball games yet.
- The Redskins have been such a nice story this season with all the stuff they've been through. I'm sorry though....the story has a horrible ending. I have this feeling that all of the work they've done could fall down the tubes in the last week to Dallas.
- VCU has the potential to be special....and not just this season. Watching all the young'uns play showed such a bright future for a Rams team that is going to be a factor in recruiting.
- The Patriots....what do i say...i don't like them but i gotta respect them. That's all....
- Cya Donovan and Andy...you guys can go to Minnesota or Chicago for all i care. All i can say is Colt Brennan looks mighty nice in Eagle green.
- I just want to thank all of our loyal listeners for their support to this show. Without you guys i'd have to listen to Greg more. Each and every one of you contributes something to the show and we wouldn't be here without you.
Sunday, December 2, 2007
Wow....Just Wow....
First off, lemme just say that i'm exhausted after watching that game but it was well worth it. Anyone who says this team can't hang with the top teams in the country is absolutely wrong. Colt Brennan punched his ticket to New York. I know i know...he probably won't win but he belongs in the top 3 after Chase Daniel crapped the bed.
With regards to the title game, you will never convince me that Ohio State belongs and that a 2 loss team should be playing them instead of a zero loss Hawaii. The point of the college football system is to get to the postseason with as few losses as possible. Nowhere does it say anything about who they have to beat to get there and the margin of victory in order to achieve it. It's ridiculous that Hawaii isn't in the national title game.
Alright, i'm off to DC to watch the Rams and Terps.
With regards to the title game, you will never convince me that Ohio State belongs and that a 2 loss team should be playing them instead of a zero loss Hawaii. The point of the college football system is to get to the postseason with as few losses as possible. Nowhere does it say anything about who they have to beat to get there and the margin of victory in order to achieve it. It's ridiculous that Hawaii isn't in the national title game.
Alright, i'm off to DC to watch the Rams and Terps.
Thursday, November 29, 2007
Week 14 College Football Picks...
Week 1: 8-4
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
Week 4: 5-3-1
Week 5: 9-1!
Week 6: 5-4
Week 7: 4-5
Week 8: 3-3-1
Week 9: 3-4
Week 10: 5-2-1
Week 11: 4-4
Week 12: 3-6
Week 13: 6-2
Not many games but definately a lot of games to like:
New Mexico State +13 -- The Aggies have been so inconsistent on offense but I just have this feeling in Chase Holbrook's last home game of the year...he steps up big. The Bulldogs are equally inconsistent as well.
CMU -3.5 -- This pick seems a little too easy. The chippewas are a lot better then Miami Ohio. If the CMU defense shows up even a little then this game may not even be close. LeFevour will be the best player on the field.
Under 46 Tech/BC -- I know the conditions contributed to the low score of the 1st game but I feel like both teams will feel each other out for at least a quarter. I can see a 24-21 type score so as long as it's 46 we're good.
Nevada -7.5 -- This team is rollin on offense. I really can't see La Tech keeping up with the Wolf Pack. Lippincott, Mitchell and Kaerpernick are humming and may go bowling.
Under 60 for LSU/Tennessee -- This number boggles my mind. LSU's defense isn't as bad as they have been and their offense is really inconsistent. The SEC title game has been a clunker lately.
OSU/Oregon Under 44.5 -- Both offenses are ravaged by injuries. I really can't see much offense in a rivalry game like this. The Beavers without their big 3 while the Ducks will be starting a frosh at QB.
UCLA +21 -- Rivalry game + Bruins finally getting healthy = nailbiter for the Trojan fans. I know that the Rose Bowl is within their grasp but it's also in UCLA's grasp possibly as well.
Hawaii -14 -- This is a headscratcher. The Warriors are head and shoulders better then Washington. Colt Brennan is playin for the Heisman while Hawaii is playin for the BCS. Love this team to roll it up and make sure the BCS voters check them out.
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
Week 4: 5-3-1
Week 5: 9-1!
Week 6: 5-4
Week 7: 4-5
Week 8: 3-3-1
Week 9: 3-4
Week 10: 5-2-1
Week 11: 4-4
Week 12: 3-6
Week 13: 6-2
Not many games but definately a lot of games to like:
New Mexico State +13 -- The Aggies have been so inconsistent on offense but I just have this feeling in Chase Holbrook's last home game of the year...he steps up big. The Bulldogs are equally inconsistent as well.
CMU -3.5 -- This pick seems a little too easy. The chippewas are a lot better then Miami Ohio. If the CMU defense shows up even a little then this game may not even be close. LeFevour will be the best player on the field.
Under 46 Tech/BC -- I know the conditions contributed to the low score of the 1st game but I feel like both teams will feel each other out for at least a quarter. I can see a 24-21 type score so as long as it's 46 we're good.
Nevada -7.5 -- This team is rollin on offense. I really can't see La Tech keeping up with the Wolf Pack. Lippincott, Mitchell and Kaerpernick are humming and may go bowling.
Under 60 for LSU/Tennessee -- This number boggles my mind. LSU's defense isn't as bad as they have been and their offense is really inconsistent. The SEC title game has been a clunker lately.
OSU/Oregon Under 44.5 -- Both offenses are ravaged by injuries. I really can't see much offense in a rivalry game like this. The Beavers without their big 3 while the Ducks will be starting a frosh at QB.
UCLA +21 -- Rivalry game + Bruins finally getting healthy = nailbiter for the Trojan fans. I know that the Rose Bowl is within their grasp but it's also in UCLA's grasp possibly as well.
Hawaii -14 -- This is a headscratcher. The Warriors are head and shoulders better then Washington. Colt Brennan is playin for the Heisman while Hawaii is playin for the BCS. Love this team to roll it up and make sure the BCS voters check them out.
My Apologies.....
My apologies go out to my loyal fans of this blog for my tardiness in posting. We will resume regular posts touting the greatness that is VCU among many other things. It's college basketball season and i'm absolutely enthralled with the early season results but it's funny...i'm still in college football mode.
Hawaii has a big one saturday night that i hope everyone stays up for. I think Colt Brennan still has a shot to edge his way into NY despite missing games. I mean come on, his team hasnt lost while Tim Tebow's team has lost 3 times!!
Hawaii wins easily and then goes to the BCS and shows the nation that good football can be played out on the islands.
Hawaii has a big one saturday night that i hope everyone stays up for. I think Colt Brennan still has a shot to edge his way into NY despite missing games. I mean come on, his team hasnt lost while Tim Tebow's team has lost 3 times!!
Hawaii wins easily and then goes to the BCS and shows the nation that good football can be played out on the islands.
Friday, November 9, 2007
Week 11 College Football Picks
Week 1: 8-4
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
Week 4: 5-3-1
Week 5: 9-1!
Week 6: 5-4
Week 7: 4-5
Week 8: 3-3-1
Week 9: 3-4
Week 10: 5-2-1
Alright, my title last week about laughing at Ohio backers rankled some people and they humbled my beloved Owls. With that we still did have another winning week.
Temple +24 -- Listen I hear the snickers at this pick. Surely, your thinking i'm a homer and will never bet against the Owls. The Nittany Lions havent been that impressive this year and their offense isn't that good. This is THE game for Temple. The fans will be doing a Cherry Out and the team points this as their coming out party. Plus, Golden is a Paterno disciple so i don't see a score being run up. I'm hoping D'Onfrio opens up the playbook.
Purdue -4 -- The Spartan slide continues. They have so much talent offensively but their falling per usual as they do at the end of the season. The Boilermakers play inspired ball at home and Painter goes out in style at home.
Iowa -14 -- The Hawkeyes are hot while Minnesota just can't do much right. I can see Iowa romping all over a beaten and terrible Gopher team. The Hawkeye D may shut them out.
Iowa State +5 -- Rode them last week...why not do it again. The team is so good at home and Colorado's offense just isn't that spectacular.
Rice +6.5 -- Once again i'm breaking my rule of taking a road team in a game of two bad teams but Chase Clement is the best player on the field in this game. Clement and the Owls offense has been humming.
Wyoming +14 -- Defense wins ballgames and keeps teams hanging around on the road. The Cowboys D is ranked Top 10 in the league and has the personnel to keep it close. Their run game will keep the clock running and the better Utah team off the field.
Wazzu -11 -- Thanks for the upset Stanford of USC but now you return to the bad team you've always been. Granted the Cougars arent world beaters but their simply a more talented team then the Fighting Trees. Expect the Cougs D to score 2 TD's and capitalize off turnovers.
Maryland +6.5 -- This is my most hesitant pick. BC on the road after losing the undefeated season against a desperate Terps team who has the talent to play well at home. I'll take my chances with Coach Fridgen against a BC offense that lacks weapons.
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
Week 4: 5-3-1
Week 5: 9-1!
Week 6: 5-4
Week 7: 4-5
Week 8: 3-3-1
Week 9: 3-4
Week 10: 5-2-1
Alright, my title last week about laughing at Ohio backers rankled some people and they humbled my beloved Owls. With that we still did have another winning week.
Temple +24 -- Listen I hear the snickers at this pick. Surely, your thinking i'm a homer and will never bet against the Owls. The Nittany Lions havent been that impressive this year and their offense isn't that good. This is THE game for Temple. The fans will be doing a Cherry Out and the team points this as their coming out party. Plus, Golden is a Paterno disciple so i don't see a score being run up. I'm hoping D'Onfrio opens up the playbook.
Purdue -4 -- The Spartan slide continues. They have so much talent offensively but their falling per usual as they do at the end of the season. The Boilermakers play inspired ball at home and Painter goes out in style at home.
Iowa -14 -- The Hawkeyes are hot while Minnesota just can't do much right. I can see Iowa romping all over a beaten and terrible Gopher team. The Hawkeye D may shut them out.
Iowa State +5 -- Rode them last week...why not do it again. The team is so good at home and Colorado's offense just isn't that spectacular.
Rice +6.5 -- Once again i'm breaking my rule of taking a road team in a game of two bad teams but Chase Clement is the best player on the field in this game. Clement and the Owls offense has been humming.
Wyoming +14 -- Defense wins ballgames and keeps teams hanging around on the road. The Cowboys D is ranked Top 10 in the league and has the personnel to keep it close. Their run game will keep the clock running and the better Utah team off the field.
Wazzu -11 -- Thanks for the upset Stanford of USC but now you return to the bad team you've always been. Granted the Cougars arent world beaters but their simply a more talented team then the Fighting Trees. Expect the Cougs D to score 2 TD's and capitalize off turnovers.
Maryland +6.5 -- This is my most hesitant pick. BC on the road after losing the undefeated season against a desperate Terps team who has the talent to play well at home. I'll take my chances with Coach Fridgen against a BC offense that lacks weapons.
Friday, November 2, 2007
Week 10 College Football Picks...
Week 1: 8-4
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
Week 4: 5-3-1
Week 5: 9-1!
Week 6: 5-4
Week 7: 4-5
Week 8: 3-3-1
Week 9: 3-4
We've cooled off a little since our hot streak as of late. Unfortunately, i've been getting heat for my picks from the listeners of Richmond Sports radio so improvement is needed.
Temple +8 -- Honestly, i couldn't believe this when i saw it. Granted the Owls are still Temple and don't deserve respect yet but c'mon. Ohio isn't that good to be getting 5 extra points on top of the homefield advantage. Temple could the extra week to implement a nice offensive package for Vaughn Charlton who has a cannon of an arm. The Owls have the best defense in the MAC.
Iowa State +14 -- K-State is so inconsistent. I know that ISU has been putrid but they've played their best ball at home staying close with Oklahoma and beating their rival Iowa. The Cyclone defense is respectable and all i think i need is 10 points from Meyer and Blythe in order to get a cover.
Troy +17 -- Classic case of an emotional win leading to a letdown performance. Troy is a solid squad and has played well at times this season. Georgia's offense is solid and steady but i have a feeling things could stay close with a chance for the cover.
UCF -14 -- The Knights are a different team at home. Marshall is a terrible team on the road. They got their lone win of the season and just won't be able to keep up with UCF. Smith goes of for 4 TD's in the win.
Alabama +7 -- Perriloux's absence may not seem like much but he provided a few things for LSU that Flynn couldn't. I really like the defense of the Tide to keep LSU in check. I smell a 24-21 win for the Tigers. A play on the under may be made as well.
TCU -3.5 -- Blake and Aaron Brown return for the Horned Frogs who will look to get back to the level everyone thought they were capable of. The team has been so inconsistent but i feel Blake's return motivates the D to their best effort of the season.
Toledo -8 -- This offense has exploded lately and will be no match for an EMU team that just can't score. The Rockets have a slight chance at a bowl game as well.
Texas A&M +21 -- Man, I can't figure this out....I mean the Aggies are struggling this year but their offense has a pulse. If they were smart, they'd run Lane 30 times and grind this game out. Unfortunately i have a feeling they won't and i'll be praying for a backdoor cover.
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
Week 4: 5-3-1
Week 5: 9-1!
Week 6: 5-4
Week 7: 4-5
Week 8: 3-3-1
Week 9: 3-4
We've cooled off a little since our hot streak as of late. Unfortunately, i've been getting heat for my picks from the listeners of Richmond Sports radio so improvement is needed.
Temple +8 -- Honestly, i couldn't believe this when i saw it. Granted the Owls are still Temple and don't deserve respect yet but c'mon. Ohio isn't that good to be getting 5 extra points on top of the homefield advantage. Temple could the extra week to implement a nice offensive package for Vaughn Charlton who has a cannon of an arm. The Owls have the best defense in the MAC.
Iowa State +14 -- K-State is so inconsistent. I know that ISU has been putrid but they've played their best ball at home staying close with Oklahoma and beating their rival Iowa. The Cyclone defense is respectable and all i think i need is 10 points from Meyer and Blythe in order to get a cover.
Troy +17 -- Classic case of an emotional win leading to a letdown performance. Troy is a solid squad and has played well at times this season. Georgia's offense is solid and steady but i have a feeling things could stay close with a chance for the cover.
UCF -14 -- The Knights are a different team at home. Marshall is a terrible team on the road. They got their lone win of the season and just won't be able to keep up with UCF. Smith goes of for 4 TD's in the win.
Alabama +7 -- Perriloux's absence may not seem like much but he provided a few things for LSU that Flynn couldn't. I really like the defense of the Tide to keep LSU in check. I smell a 24-21 win for the Tigers. A play on the under may be made as well.
TCU -3.5 -- Blake and Aaron Brown return for the Horned Frogs who will look to get back to the level everyone thought they were capable of. The team has been so inconsistent but i feel Blake's return motivates the D to their best effort of the season.
Toledo -8 -- This offense has exploded lately and will be no match for an EMU team that just can't score. The Rockets have a slight chance at a bowl game as well.
Texas A&M +21 -- Man, I can't figure this out....I mean the Aggies are struggling this year but their offense has a pulse. If they were smart, they'd run Lane 30 times and grind this game out. Unfortunately i have a feeling they won't and i'll be praying for a backdoor cover.
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Ram Media Day Thoughts.
It's not even November and we're talkin college basketball. VCU had their media day today and let me just say i'm ecstatic with how this team looks. The freshman all look energetic and look like their ready to run this press well. Maynor looks a lot more mature and is ready to take on the roll of being the leader of the team. He's certainly not letting all the honors get to his head.
It's funny, one of the freshmen that i'm looking forward to seeing most is Kirill. I think he's going to provide a lot to the team. He looks like a banger who can hit the 3. Certainly, a lot more likable VV. The pieces seem to be there for a nice run this season. If they can find their consistent 3rd scorer outside of Maynor and Shuler, this team will be a force.
Very excited for Thursday night to see the team in action.
It's funny, one of the freshmen that i'm looking forward to seeing most is Kirill. I think he's going to provide a lot to the team. He looks like a banger who can hit the 3. Certainly, a lot more likable VV. The pieces seem to be there for a nice run this season. If they can find their consistent 3rd scorer outside of Maynor and Shuler, this team will be a force.
Very excited for Thursday night to see the team in action.
Monday, October 29, 2007
Thoughts of this football Weekend
- I'm sorry...your not going to get any sympathy from me regarding UVA. Seriously though, it's good for them to lose to keep all of the intrigue of the Hokie game. They were living on borrowed time and eventually it was going to catch up to them.
- Greg is so off about the Georgia celebration. It fired the team up and brought them together. The only negative to it which could have been brought up was that it would fire Florida up too which it did briefly. I still maintain that the display gave the Bulldawgs what they needed to win.
- Hard to believe but Temple's got a huge game with Ohio this weekend which could help their chances for the MAC East title. Temple playing big games is too much to handle....ps...Their 8.5 point dogs in Vegas....ridiculous.
- Michael Crabtree had another 10 catch over 100 yards game with a touchdown game. He won't win the heisman but he's having an amazing season.
- I feel ashamed having liked the 17 points in the Skins game. This team is just so hard to figure out. Their defense has a lot of star power but they don't play like it all the time. The Jets game isn't as easy as you think. Kellen Clemens gives them more of a chance to win.
- The Eagles won...odd thing was i didn't go out of my way to watch or listen to the game. The apathy towards this team from me is staggering....usually my sunday's revolve around them.
- The NBA begins tomorrow....i'm not a huge fan of it but the Sixers are who i'll follow. they'll win about 20 games but they'll be fun to watch. I'm all about the Nuggets though as my two favorite players team up.
Friday, October 26, 2007
Week 9 College Football Picks
Week 1: 8-4
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
Week 4: 5-3-1
Week 5: 9-1!
Week 6: 5-4
Week 7: 4-5
Week 8: 3-3-1
Honestly, i don't think i've ever been more soaked then i was standing on the sidelines of the Hokie game last night. I was also dampened by the fact that Erin Andrews is off the market as she's dating David Wright......We won't be dampened with these picks:
Ball State +14 -- We've seen what this team is capable when they bombed away on Nebraska. Illinois D ain't that stellar plus I don't think they've chosen a QB yet. Juice Williams and McGee are like night and day.
Iowa +3 -- I like the Hawkeyes at home against MSU. I smell the Spartan slide coming soon. Iowa is good at home despite the weak offense and all of the injuries.
Washington -4 -- Arizona is putrid. Stick a fork in them after that Stanford loss. how do you lose that game? Locker has played well and the homefield equals a double digit win.
Rice +8.5 -- I'm going against my own rule. In a game of two bad teams, you always go with the home team but when the home team is as bad as Marshall, i gotta break the rule. Marshall may get their first win but that team ain't blowing anyone out.
Colorado State +6 -- I think last week woke this team up and they start to play like the talented bunch that they are. Bell and Hanie are too talented to not potentially win this game.
Toledo -3 -- NIU sucks and I really like the potential of DJ Lenehan and Opelt. Toledo is the better team and although the line reeks, i still like the home team in this game.
New Mexico State +28 -- I like them to keep the scoring up with Hawaii especially with Holbrook under center. I even think we may get a late TD in our favor. I smell a 52-27 score and that's a cover in my book.
Might add one or two but that's what i got for now.
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
Week 4: 5-3-1
Week 5: 9-1!
Week 6: 5-4
Week 7: 4-5
Week 8: 3-3-1
Honestly, i don't think i've ever been more soaked then i was standing on the sidelines of the Hokie game last night. I was also dampened by the fact that Erin Andrews is off the market as she's dating David Wright......We won't be dampened with these picks:
Ball State +14 -- We've seen what this team is capable when they bombed away on Nebraska. Illinois D ain't that stellar plus I don't think they've chosen a QB yet. Juice Williams and McGee are like night and day.
Iowa +3 -- I like the Hawkeyes at home against MSU. I smell the Spartan slide coming soon. Iowa is good at home despite the weak offense and all of the injuries.
Washington -4 -- Arizona is putrid. Stick a fork in them after that Stanford loss. how do you lose that game? Locker has played well and the homefield equals a double digit win.
Rice +8.5 -- I'm going against my own rule. In a game of two bad teams, you always go with the home team but when the home team is as bad as Marshall, i gotta break the rule. Marshall may get their first win but that team ain't blowing anyone out.
Colorado State +6 -- I think last week woke this team up and they start to play like the talented bunch that they are. Bell and Hanie are too talented to not potentially win this game.
Toledo -3 -- NIU sucks and I really like the potential of DJ Lenehan and Opelt. Toledo is the better team and although the line reeks, i still like the home team in this game.
New Mexico State +28 -- I like them to keep the scoring up with Hawaii especially with Holbrook under center. I even think we may get a late TD in our favor. I smell a 52-27 score and that's a cover in my book.
Might add one or two but that's what i got for now.
Sunday, October 21, 2007
Friday, October 19, 2007
Week 8 College Football Picks
Week 1: 8-4
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
Week 4: 5-3-1
Week 5: 9-1!
Week 6: 5-4
Week 7: 4-5
Woulda been another winning week if the weenies from UVA didn't blow it. Those spoiled SOB's cost me my 4th straight winning week.
Temple +7 -- Honestly, please Vegas continue to undersell the Owls. They win this game outright. If not for a few plays, Miami Ohio has a losing record. The Owls are hot right now and are the better team. Adam DiMichele may be one of the best QB's in the MAC.
Central Michigan +16.5 -- The best QB in the MAC is in death valley and i like their chances to hang around. The Chippewas are humming right now on offense and you can't help but think the Tigers won't be that into this game.
Wisconsin -23 -- NIU simply sucks. The Badgers are coming off a couple of putrid performances and will look to get going against this patsy. I'd love a 1st half play as well.
Georgia Tech -24 -- The Yellow Jackets are just that much better then Army. I hate giving so many points but i just can't see Army scoring at all.
Baylor +25.5 -- This is the craziest selection i think i've made this season. This pick is being made solely on feel. I know the QB injuries with Baylor but for some reason i see them putting up a nice performance and even knocking Colt McCoy out.
East Carolina -5 -- Two things here....The Wolfpack stink plus this is ECU's chance finally to get the Wolfpack in their house. NC State has played ECU in their place like 18 of their last 20 meetings. Don't tell me they don't want to make a statement this game by beating them up and taking recruits from them in the future.
Arizona -10.5 -- Stanford has fallen back to earth. The Wildcat D can shutdown the Cardinal's attack.
These are my favorite games....some leans i have that i'd like more opinions on....Tulsa +3, Nevada -7, UAB +13
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
Week 4: 5-3-1
Week 5: 9-1!
Week 6: 5-4
Week 7: 4-5
Woulda been another winning week if the weenies from UVA didn't blow it. Those spoiled SOB's cost me my 4th straight winning week.
Temple +7 -- Honestly, please Vegas continue to undersell the Owls. They win this game outright. If not for a few plays, Miami Ohio has a losing record. The Owls are hot right now and are the better team. Adam DiMichele may be one of the best QB's in the MAC.
Central Michigan +16.5 -- The best QB in the MAC is in death valley and i like their chances to hang around. The Chippewas are humming right now on offense and you can't help but think the Tigers won't be that into this game.
Wisconsin -23 -- NIU simply sucks. The Badgers are coming off a couple of putrid performances and will look to get going against this patsy. I'd love a 1st half play as well.
Georgia Tech -24 -- The Yellow Jackets are just that much better then Army. I hate giving so many points but i just can't see Army scoring at all.
Baylor +25.5 -- This is the craziest selection i think i've made this season. This pick is being made solely on feel. I know the QB injuries with Baylor but for some reason i see them putting up a nice performance and even knocking Colt McCoy out.
East Carolina -5 -- Two things here....The Wolfpack stink plus this is ECU's chance finally to get the Wolfpack in their house. NC State has played ECU in their place like 18 of their last 20 meetings. Don't tell me they don't want to make a statement this game by beating them up and taking recruits from them in the future.
Arizona -10.5 -- Stanford has fallen back to earth. The Wildcat D can shutdown the Cardinal's attack.
These are my favorite games....some leans i have that i'd like more opinions on....Tulsa +3, Nevada -7, UAB +13
Monday, October 15, 2007
My New Heisman Candidate.....
Alright, we're not jumping off the Colt Brennan or Andre Woodson bandwagons but there is a player who is head and shoulders above else. It's freshman Michael Crabtree from Texas Tech. I know i know....a wideout can't win the heisman.....i know i know....a freshman can't win.....i know i know....system players can't win but check out these stats thru seven games.
78 rec, 1244 yds, 17 TD
THRU SEVEN GAMES. I don't know who represents heisman-like excellence more then him. Crabtree hasn't scored in one game but ho hum he had 170 yds receiving. He's on pace to break all sorts of records. He's got more showcase games too...including this weekend at Missouri. Ideally, Brennan, Woodson and Crabtree are brought to NY and one of them wins this prestigious reward.
78 rec, 1244 yds, 17 TD
THRU SEVEN GAMES. I don't know who represents heisman-like excellence more then him. Crabtree hasn't scored in one game but ho hum he had 170 yds receiving. He's on pace to break all sorts of records. He's got more showcase games too...including this weekend at Missouri. Ideally, Brennan, Woodson and Crabtree are brought to NY and one of them wins this prestigious reward.
Friday, October 12, 2007
Birthday Bash....
Well folks, thanks for such a great night. It was the best party anyone has ever thrown for me. The Hooters girls were amazing....I will forever cherish the shirts they made for me. Thanks to Dingo, Big John, Big East Andy, Spider Ross, Mr. beach, Saint Chris, the Caddy and everyone else who came out to support me and make me feel like i'm doing something in this city. Most of all I want to thank Jeannine for taking time out of her busy schedule to come tell me i drink like a woman.
Continue to listen to the show folks, we appreciate all of you who call and listen. It'll be hard to top last night for me in awhile.
PS....Hawaii football on ESPN at 8 tonight....Watch the Colt Brennan Experience!!
Continue to listen to the show folks, we appreciate all of you who call and listen. It'll be hard to top last night for me in awhile.
PS....Hawaii football on ESPN at 8 tonight....Watch the Colt Brennan Experience!!
Week 7 College Football Picks
Week 1: 8-4
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
Week 4: 5-3-1
Week 5: 9-1!
Week 6: 5-4
Three straight winning weeks but I'm a bit worried. I'm massively hung over from a birthday party at Hooters in which the girls wore my name on their shirts...(oh the perks of being on the radio)...I hope that in my haze these picks hit the mark.
Temple +11 -- You really think i'm going to pick against them now? The Owls offense is moving the ball and guess what...the Owls actually have a defense! Akron has been so unimpressive this season. Take the Owls with a small chance we win outright.
Miami -3 -- I like the Canes over the slumping Jackets. Miami seems to be a different team at home. I like the fact that it seems a lot of money is going on Georgia Tech. Kyle Wright might actually have a good game.
Nebraska -4 -- I'm so unimpressed by Oklahoma State. Their QB's are subpar at best. I think the Blackshirts show up after the debacle against Missou. Keller throws for 4 TD's in the win.
UNC +7.5 -- I love the Heels in this game. UNC has the offensive talent to matchup with a lot of good teams while the Cocks are highly inconsistent. Surely USC has better D but I don't think they can hold down UNC.
CMU -13 -- Army's got a good D but I don't think they can hold down the Chippewas. CMU is playing well as of late and are head and shoulders above Army.
UVA -3.5 -- majorly concerned about this pick. Not gonna lie when i say the Hoos have a huge talent advantage in this game. UConn should have one loss this season and has played NO one. Vegas is saying the Hoos are only 0.5 points better? Very concerned about this.
Tulsa -14 -- This Golden Hurricane offense is due for an explosion. Marshall's lackluster defense should provide that for them as Paul Smith hopefully torches them. There will be a ton of points in the game though.
K-State -5 -- I like the Wildcats to bounce back against a Colorado team who is overrated. Kansas State has shown flashes of greatness and i'll take Freeman over Cody Hawkins all day.
Washington +11.5 -- Locker tears up the ASU defense. I like the Huskies to wake up after their bye week.
Might add one or two more when i sober up.
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
Week 4: 5-3-1
Week 5: 9-1!
Week 6: 5-4
Three straight winning weeks but I'm a bit worried. I'm massively hung over from a birthday party at Hooters in which the girls wore my name on their shirts...(oh the perks of being on the radio)...I hope that in my haze these picks hit the mark.
Temple +11 -- You really think i'm going to pick against them now? The Owls offense is moving the ball and guess what...the Owls actually have a defense! Akron has been so unimpressive this season. Take the Owls with a small chance we win outright.
Miami -3 -- I like the Canes over the slumping Jackets. Miami seems to be a different team at home. I like the fact that it seems a lot of money is going on Georgia Tech. Kyle Wright might actually have a good game.
Nebraska -4 -- I'm so unimpressed by Oklahoma State. Their QB's are subpar at best. I think the Blackshirts show up after the debacle against Missou. Keller throws for 4 TD's in the win.
UNC +7.5 -- I love the Heels in this game. UNC has the offensive talent to matchup with a lot of good teams while the Cocks are highly inconsistent. Surely USC has better D but I don't think they can hold down UNC.
CMU -13 -- Army's got a good D but I don't think they can hold down the Chippewas. CMU is playing well as of late and are head and shoulders above Army.
UVA -3.5 -- majorly concerned about this pick. Not gonna lie when i say the Hoos have a huge talent advantage in this game. UConn should have one loss this season and has played NO one. Vegas is saying the Hoos are only 0.5 points better? Very concerned about this.
Tulsa -14 -- This Golden Hurricane offense is due for an explosion. Marshall's lackluster defense should provide that for them as Paul Smith hopefully torches them. There will be a ton of points in the game though.
K-State -5 -- I like the Wildcats to bounce back against a Colorado team who is overrated. Kansas State has shown flashes of greatness and i'll take Freeman over Cody Hawkins all day.
Washington +11.5 -- Locker tears up the ASU defense. I like the Huskies to wake up after their bye week.
Might add one or two more when i sober up.
Sunday, October 7, 2007
Friday, October 5, 2007
Week 6 College Football Picks
Week 1: 8-4
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
Week 4: 5-3-1
Week 5: 9-1!
What a week we had last week....Let's try and keep it up...
Temple +4 -- Listen, i know i've been on them the whole season and ATS they've been money so far this season. It's frustrating because i've seen positives from this team but it's so hard to get that first win. Those of you who root for bad teams know what i mean. Temple will win a game or two this year....i can feel it. NIU's offense is tough but their D isn't anything special.
Michigan State -16.5 -- The Spartan slide doesn't come for another week as they pound hapless NW. The Wildcats coughed up a 35 point lead at home last year and shouldn't provide much of a threat.
UNC +7 -- Butch Davis against his old team...The canes havent been that impressive since the A&M game so far this season. Certainly not against Duke. The Heels will be up for this game and I think they cover possibly losing the lead late in the game.
Bowling Green +20.5 -- BC has sleptwalked thru their last couple of games against lower competition. This BG has some talent and can move the ball. I think the Eagles leave the backdoor open.
Alabama -11 -- a bit of a headscratcher here....You'd figure that Bama is at least a 14 point fave at home. Houston's got a nice balanced offense but I think the Tide take care of business at home.
FAU +15.5 -- USF is for real...coming off the huge win over WVU but one can't help but see a letdown here. The Bulls have an outstanding secondary playing right into FAU's pass offense. This is a huge game for the Owls. I really think that the Owls keep up with USF for most of this game.
MTSU +10 -- UVA has gotten fat and happy at home but you can't forget how pitiful they have been on the road out of conference. MTSU has put up offensive numbers and rarely gets a BCS conference team in their house. Inspired effort leads to them falling short.
Texas A&M -6.5 -- I like their balance and how well Stephen McGee is playing right now. OSU has done it thru smoke and mirrors so far this season. Not impressed with any of their options at QB. Meanwhile the Aggies are playing for their coach who is under fire again.
Cincinnati +3.5 -- I love the bearcats. Absolutely have ridden them all season long. Rutgers has a good balance on offense but this Cincy team can score and will score on a mediocre Scarlet Knight team. Hard to believe but Rutgers is gonna lose two home games in a row.
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
Week 4: 5-3-1
Week 5: 9-1!
What a week we had last week....Let's try and keep it up...
Temple +4 -- Listen, i know i've been on them the whole season and ATS they've been money so far this season. It's frustrating because i've seen positives from this team but it's so hard to get that first win. Those of you who root for bad teams know what i mean. Temple will win a game or two this year....i can feel it. NIU's offense is tough but their D isn't anything special.
Michigan State -16.5 -- The Spartan slide doesn't come for another week as they pound hapless NW. The Wildcats coughed up a 35 point lead at home last year and shouldn't provide much of a threat.
UNC +7 -- Butch Davis against his old team...The canes havent been that impressive since the A&M game so far this season. Certainly not against Duke. The Heels will be up for this game and I think they cover possibly losing the lead late in the game.
Bowling Green +20.5 -- BC has sleptwalked thru their last couple of games against lower competition. This BG has some talent and can move the ball. I think the Eagles leave the backdoor open.
Alabama -11 -- a bit of a headscratcher here....You'd figure that Bama is at least a 14 point fave at home. Houston's got a nice balanced offense but I think the Tide take care of business at home.
FAU +15.5 -- USF is for real...coming off the huge win over WVU but one can't help but see a letdown here. The Bulls have an outstanding secondary playing right into FAU's pass offense. This is a huge game for the Owls. I really think that the Owls keep up with USF for most of this game.
MTSU +10 -- UVA has gotten fat and happy at home but you can't forget how pitiful they have been on the road out of conference. MTSU has put up offensive numbers and rarely gets a BCS conference team in their house. Inspired effort leads to them falling short.
Texas A&M -6.5 -- I like their balance and how well Stephen McGee is playing right now. OSU has done it thru smoke and mirrors so far this season. Not impressed with any of their options at QB. Meanwhile the Aggies are playing for their coach who is under fire again.
Cincinnati +3.5 -- I love the bearcats. Absolutely have ridden them all season long. Rutgers has a good balance on offense but this Cincy team can score and will score on a mediocre Scarlet Knight team. Hard to believe but Rutgers is gonna lose two home games in a row.
Friday, September 28, 2007
Week 5 College Football Picks
Week 1: 8-4
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
Week 4: 5-3-1
Nice little bounceback week....Temple played well last week...pretty happy
Temple +6 -- This is it....This is the week they will win. Army is so unimpressive it's ridiculous. I like that the line is moving my way as well. I'd be concerned with the support of the Owls and the line moving higher. I'd even feel comfortable taking the ML as well. The offense should move on them and keep Army around 17 points. I can see a 28-17 Owl win.
Indiana +10.5 -- The Hoosiers can keep this game close. Beat Iowa last year with about the same cast and the Hawkeyes are losing offensive weapons left and right. Indiana just needs a few stops to make this happen.
Tulane +42 -- All I need is for them to score one touchdown. LSU wants to get out of this game healthy and while their backups are probably better then Tulane's first team, i just have a feeling the foot will be off the pedal.
Notre Dame +22 -- God I hate backing the Irish but last time I checked Purdue's defense isn't that good. The Irish are due for an offensive explosion at some point (three offensive td's!!!) I can see a double digit loss for the Irish but they'll hang in there.
Michigan State +7.5 -- Boy i'm hesitant with this one...That Spartan Slide could come at anytime. I like how these teams mirror each other. A play of the under is probably better but Wisky has impressed me much.
Maryland +19 -- First test for Rutgers...Maryland's D can keep them in this one. I just have this feeling that Maryland hangs around long enough with the Scarlet Knights.
Under 43 Bama/FSU -- Two solid defenses and less then spectacular offenses.
TCU -10 -- Andre Brown returning is huge for the Frogs. CSU just can't play well away from Fort Collins.
UVA -6 -- Man i hate backing the hoos. Don't like Al Groh...don't like their pansy fans but I see this as a blowout. Pitt can't find a QB and should have trouble moving against that stout UVA defense. Man, I hate this pick but it seems too good.
Washington +21 -- I know the talent disparity in the matchup and i know it's the frosh against the great Trojan D but I love getting that many points against a team with a pulse in front of a raucous crowd.
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
Week 4: 5-3-1
Nice little bounceback week....Temple played well last week...pretty happy
Temple +6 -- This is it....This is the week they will win. Army is so unimpressive it's ridiculous. I like that the line is moving my way as well. I'd be concerned with the support of the Owls and the line moving higher. I'd even feel comfortable taking the ML as well. The offense should move on them and keep Army around 17 points. I can see a 28-17 Owl win.
Indiana +10.5 -- The Hoosiers can keep this game close. Beat Iowa last year with about the same cast and the Hawkeyes are losing offensive weapons left and right. Indiana just needs a few stops to make this happen.
Tulane +42 -- All I need is for them to score one touchdown. LSU wants to get out of this game healthy and while their backups are probably better then Tulane's first team, i just have a feeling the foot will be off the pedal.
Notre Dame +22 -- God I hate backing the Irish but last time I checked Purdue's defense isn't that good. The Irish are due for an offensive explosion at some point (three offensive td's!!!) I can see a double digit loss for the Irish but they'll hang in there.
Michigan State +7.5 -- Boy i'm hesitant with this one...That Spartan Slide could come at anytime. I like how these teams mirror each other. A play of the under is probably better but Wisky has impressed me much.
Maryland +19 -- First test for Rutgers...Maryland's D can keep them in this one. I just have this feeling that Maryland hangs around long enough with the Scarlet Knights.
Under 43 Bama/FSU -- Two solid defenses and less then spectacular offenses.
TCU -10 -- Andre Brown returning is huge for the Frogs. CSU just can't play well away from Fort Collins.
UVA -6 -- Man i hate backing the hoos. Don't like Al Groh...don't like their pansy fans but I see this as a blowout. Pitt can't find a QB and should have trouble moving against that stout UVA defense. Man, I hate this pick but it seems too good.
Washington +21 -- I know the talent disparity in the matchup and i know it's the frosh against the great Trojan D but I love getting that many points against a team with a pulse in front of a raucous crowd.
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
I knew I was right!!!!
This is from an article in the Inquirer today....
"According to a source with knowledge of the situation, the Mid-American Conference yesterday admitted that its officials blew the call when a touchdown reception by Owls wide receiver Bruce Francis was disallowed with 40 seconds remaining in the team's 22-17 loss to host Connecticut on Sept. 15.
"According to a source with knowledge of the situation, the Mid-American Conference yesterday admitted that its officials blew the call when a touchdown reception by Owls wide receiver Bruce Francis was disallowed with 40 seconds remaining in the team's 22-17 loss to host Connecticut on Sept. 15.
Francis was ruled out of bounds on the original call, which was upheld by a replay official. Television replays, though, showed Francis with one foot down in the back of the end zone, which would have made the catch a touchdown.
"All official reviews are internal, and not for public comment," said Gary Richter, media relations director for the MAC.
Temple's director of sports media relations, Larry Dougherty, said Owls coach Al Golden would have no further comment. Immediately after the Connecticut game, Golden expressed his disagreement with the ruling.
Under MAC bylaws, programs are allowed to send a play that involves a questionable call to the league office, where the director of officials will review it and reply with an interpretation."
Monday, September 24, 2007
Weekend Fast Hits
- First off, i want to address Derbybill's assertions that i'm not a good gambler. I went 5-3-1 this weekend with those picks. That's pretty good for someone who doesn't tout the lock of the century ever.
- The Eagles scored more points then i'd ever thought they would. I'd still deal McNabb. The Bears, Vikings, Chiefs are among the teams who would definately deal nicely for him. I can't see Donovan in an Eagles uniform much longer past a year or two.
- Those Eagle jerseys are freakin awesome...I'm looking into getting one for myself.
- With regards to the Skins, it's a shame how it ended and i can't help to wonder why in those situations they don't let their big QB sneak it in from one yard out. You get behind the biggest hog and follow him to freedom. Their still in better shape then predicted they would so that's a good thing.
- Syracuse was a huge surprise. No truth to the rumor that they played well because I tried to stop tuition payments. They havent scored that much since i went there.
- Temple is getting so close....i can taste that first win and after the first one, i smell a 2nd, 3rd and 4th ones as well. Their coming....The Golden Era is upon us.
- Hockey exhibition season is here....Hallejuyah!!! Ducks-Flyers stanley cup this year.
- Colt Brennan DNP'd this weekend vs. Charleston Southern. Unfortunately this probably hurts his heisman campaign when clearly it should help illustrate how much of a team player he is. He sacrificed a big half of stats to save his health for the team and their chances at a BCS bowl. I'm not jumping off his bandwagon but i'm attaching it to the Andre Woodson campaign. He fits it perfectly as he will not succeed in the pros but can be the Heisman. Just don't give it to John David Booty.
- Finally....HA HA Notre Dame fans....you deserve this winless start...pompous blowhards...take your independent status and NBC and enjoy.....Somehow you'll find your way to a bowl you don't belong at though.
Friday, September 21, 2007
Friday Quick Hits...
- It truly is the highlight of my week when the hooters girls come in. Those girls are so beautiful and smart. I'd love to date one if it was possible.
- This UVA game is so interesting. UVA is home and plays better at home but Ga Tech was embarrassed last week. I agree with Steve Merill's pick of the under though. Neither offense is that impressive.
- Don't you just hate internet poker sometimes. It seems that these sites reward idiocy. I will never play any internet poker tournaments for money because these idiots seem to win. No skill is allowed.
- It's terrible the position i'm in with regards to baseball. I hate the Phillies and the Mets...if the Marlins beat the Mets it helps the Phillies...if they lose it helps the Mets...This is just another reason as a Fish fan i don't like Atlanta because i wouldn't mind them winning the division.
- Scott Van Pelt is an outstanding addition to the Mike Tirico show. Can't believe he was broadcasting from Syracuse although he shouldn't have been at WAER. It was WERW's weak signal that gave me my start in this business. WAER's kids are just a bunch of snobs.
Week 4 College Football Picks
Week 1: 8-4
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
I don't know what pissed me off more last weekend...the fact that i fell for the chic upset picks or that scumbag Mike Tranghese screwing over my Owls from their rightful win. Right into the picks:
Temple +21 -- Vegas got modestly smarter and didn't make this 28 or above. The Owls are for real....or as for real as a winless team can get. This is the only team on their schedule looking for revenge but BG is very one dimensional. Owls hang in there and potentially win.
Wake Forest -3.5 -- Headscratcher of a line as I see the Deacs being head and shoulders above the Terps...especially if Skinner plays. I like their defense against the a Maryland team that can't pass.
Louisville -35 -- Lucky to get in this early but Syracuse won't score while Louisville will put up about 60. Sure they will not be happy about losing to UK but who better to take it out on then Syracuse. Can i stop tuition checks to them until they win?
Indiana +3 -- Clearly Vegas hasn't been watching this team. Kellen Lewis may be one of the top qb's in the big 10. His versatility will shine in a game that should be spread the other direction.
Duke +14 -- Never underestimate the value of picking up that first win. The Blue Devils have the offense to keep up with Navy if they let Thaddeus Lewis throw and throw some more.
Ohio State -23 -- Northwestern lost to above Duke at home. It's close for a quarter before the Buckeyes break away.
CSU +7 -- Gotta win a close game soon enough right? They've got some solid talent and should be able to hang around with Houston.
Cincy -24 -- Marshall will not score in this game. The Bearcats are on a roll and should continue it against a subpar Marshall team.
Oregon State +12 -- This pick changes with Torain's status. I like the ball control that OSU can have with Bernard mixed in with some Stroughter. Not impressed with ASU.
Lookin at Air Force and North Carolina as well. Have at it folks!
Week 2: 3-6
Week 3: 5-7
I don't know what pissed me off more last weekend...the fact that i fell for the chic upset picks or that scumbag Mike Tranghese screwing over my Owls from their rightful win. Right into the picks:
Temple +21 -- Vegas got modestly smarter and didn't make this 28 or above. The Owls are for real....or as for real as a winless team can get. This is the only team on their schedule looking for revenge but BG is very one dimensional. Owls hang in there and potentially win.
Wake Forest -3.5 -- Headscratcher of a line as I see the Deacs being head and shoulders above the Terps...especially if Skinner plays. I like their defense against the a Maryland team that can't pass.
Louisville -35 -- Lucky to get in this early but Syracuse won't score while Louisville will put up about 60. Sure they will not be happy about losing to UK but who better to take it out on then Syracuse. Can i stop tuition checks to them until they win?
Indiana +3 -- Clearly Vegas hasn't been watching this team. Kellen Lewis may be one of the top qb's in the big 10. His versatility will shine in a game that should be spread the other direction.
Duke +14 -- Never underestimate the value of picking up that first win. The Blue Devils have the offense to keep up with Navy if they let Thaddeus Lewis throw and throw some more.
Ohio State -23 -- Northwestern lost to above Duke at home. It's close for a quarter before the Buckeyes break away.
CSU +7 -- Gotta win a close game soon enough right? They've got some solid talent and should be able to hang around with Houston.
Cincy -24 -- Marshall will not score in this game. The Bearcats are on a roll and should continue it against a subpar Marshall team.
Oregon State +12 -- This pick changes with Torain's status. I like the ball control that OSU can have with Bernard mixed in with some Stroughter. Not impressed with ASU.
Lookin at Air Force and North Carolina as well. Have at it folks!
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Wednesday's Quick Hits
- Do you think the Nats wished the season started over? They have been one of the hottest teams in baseball as of late and are playing real well.
- Anyone else annoyed with people who drive too slow because they are on their cell phone? I'm sick of the people in this city who are on the phone and drive slow and dumb and think that the phone is an excuse.
- Anyone else enjoying the collapse of the Red Sox? I think the Yankees best acquisition before the trade deadline was Gagne to the Red Sox.
- Still fuming at the Big East for hosing Temple. Love the Owls this week plus 21 points. Vegas always inflates Temple's lines when their really not as bad as they seem.
- Thanks to all of the callers on Tuesday who called into my show. I appreciate it and greatly will take your calls anytime...even Cowboy James and Carolina Rodney.
- The hockey exhibition season has begun. I know none of you care but I look for a great season from the Flyers. Can't be much worse then last year.
- Colt Brennan is hurt and may sit out a game. I hope this doesn't ruin his chances at the Heisman. I won't rest until he is at least invited to NY.
I'm glad to have heard all the "horror" stories from Skins fans and Larry Michael from their trip to Philly this past Monday. Guess what folks, it happens everywhere. Skins fans werent exactly nice to Eagles fans in DC when i went to those games for three of the past four years. A couple of friends and I went to Cleveland for an Eagles game and I had a man grab me and threaten death upon me. Only a certain usher saved me from who-knows-what...I had homeless people yell at me and I was told not to park in a certain lot because of what they do to opponent fans cars. It happens everywhere. Sure there are some bad eggs in Philly, but don't lump as all in there.
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Saturday's Quick Hits...
- The Hokie offense is at it's best when there's a balance and it seems early on that the threat of Tyrod running helps give them that. The days of the plain dropback passer are going away...you need that running threat.
- I'll give UVA credit on that win. They looked good offensively and the defense did enough to get them the win. UNC has a good future ahead of them as that WR core has some playmakers. Give the Hoos those guys and their undefeated this season.
- As if I didn't need any more of a reason to hate the Big East, those cheating bastards had to go and screw Temple over. Replays of the touchdown clearly show it was a TOUCHDOWN. Although if you look closely you can see Mike Tranghese handing the ref an envelope. I wouldn't put anything past that slimy SOB.
- Syracuse...why bother wasting any space on them....I'm trying to stop payments to that school until they win a game. Heck Buffalo had 400 yards of offense on PSU.
- I love watching the misery of Notre Dame and their fans. It's a long time coming that the arrogance surrounding that program is put in their place. Looking at their schedule, their next win may not even come for awhile. Hail to the Victors Notre Dame....Michigan may have lost to a I-AA but you don't have an offensive touchdown.
- This just in....Colt Brennan can run for touchdowns as well. Not an overwhelming effort from him statistically but he still is running that ship nicely. Dispatched a 2nd straight road team.
- Matt Ryan a heisman candidate? He made Tenuta's defense look foolish....Check out his next three games and make room for him in NY.
- It is so clear that the best talent in the college football world is in the PAC 10 and SEC. The Big 10, Big East and Big 12 are so inferior compared to those two it's ridiculous. The balance in those two conferences is unmatched. Kentucky served notice to the college landscape yesterday in a game they needed to win. Andre Woodson is the newest thing in college football as well.
- Wow Nick Saban has made a difference in the SEC...maybe Auburn will look for the same spark next year since Tommy Tuberville may be looking for a new job.
- Congrats to the R-Braves....Glad to see the home team win.
Saturday, September 15, 2007
Week 3 College Football Picks
Week 1: 8-4
Week 2: 3-6
There's nothing i can say other then that was the low of the lows...both my picks and the Owls...I at least will bounce back this week:
Temple +29.5 -- I know, I know...why would I back them again? I truly think the Buffalo game was an aberration and a rare thought by them that they can suit up and win. I just don't think UConn is good enough to give anyone 29.5 points. I think the Huskies score early and often but on 10-15 play drives. I'm sorry, I just think the Owls hang around with the Huskies.
Syracuse +13 -- I'm backing my alma mater here....Illinois is a solid team but I think this is the Cuse's last stand. If they don't win this then Buffalo is their only win. I think they put together a solid effort and actually take this game outright.
CMU +22 -- The offensive balance here will keep the Chippewas in the game and eventually Purdue will pull away but their the type of team with a 29-30 point lead who gives up a meaningless touchdown in the end.
Iowa State +17.5 -- It's a rivalry game and as putrid as ISU has been this season, they will put it all on the line when they play Iowa. The Hawkeyes havent been that impressive except against the Cuse this year. This is a game Bret Meyer shines and ISU is in it all day long.
WMU +20.5 -- Missouri's defense is mediocre at best. this reeks of a shootout. It's going to be one of those games where Missouri dominates yet the score doesn't reflect it because of some late scores.
Wake -19.5 -- Frustrations let loose in this game. Wake's not the type to blow anyone out but i just think this has been in the making since getting hosed last week.
Under 42 OSU/Washington -- The better defense plays the better offense here. I really think U-Dub has shown a lot more on offense then the buckeyes. problem is that this will be the best D they face. I think the Huskies have the D to keep OSU in check and prevent them from hitting 30. I smell 24-17.
UCF +17.5 -- Central Florida getting a team like Texas at home?!!? They will not let this chance slip away. UCF has offensive weapons and the defense to keep Colt McCoy in check. His offense hasn't been that spectacular anyways.
ECU +1 -- Too impressive to be a dog. Eric Kass being dumb was the best thing for this team because Pinkney got his chance to shine.
Under 47 Ark/Bama -- O/U this high in the SEC are ludicrous.
Fresno +16.5 -- Very chic pick amongst the experts but they have the talent to hang with Oregon.
Under 48 BC/Tech -- Two solid defenses with two offenses that need a little more work. I like the under in almost any game John Tenuta is coaching.
Week 2: 3-6
There's nothing i can say other then that was the low of the lows...both my picks and the Owls...I at least will bounce back this week:
Temple +29.5 -- I know, I know...why would I back them again? I truly think the Buffalo game was an aberration and a rare thought by them that they can suit up and win. I just don't think UConn is good enough to give anyone 29.5 points. I think the Huskies score early and often but on 10-15 play drives. I'm sorry, I just think the Owls hang around with the Huskies.
Syracuse +13 -- I'm backing my alma mater here....Illinois is a solid team but I think this is the Cuse's last stand. If they don't win this then Buffalo is their only win. I think they put together a solid effort and actually take this game outright.
CMU +22 -- The offensive balance here will keep the Chippewas in the game and eventually Purdue will pull away but their the type of team with a 29-30 point lead who gives up a meaningless touchdown in the end.
Iowa State +17.5 -- It's a rivalry game and as putrid as ISU has been this season, they will put it all on the line when they play Iowa. The Hawkeyes havent been that impressive except against the Cuse this year. This is a game Bret Meyer shines and ISU is in it all day long.
WMU +20.5 -- Missouri's defense is mediocre at best. this reeks of a shootout. It's going to be one of those games where Missouri dominates yet the score doesn't reflect it because of some late scores.
Wake -19.5 -- Frustrations let loose in this game. Wake's not the type to blow anyone out but i just think this has been in the making since getting hosed last week.
Under 42 OSU/Washington -- The better defense plays the better offense here. I really think U-Dub has shown a lot more on offense then the buckeyes. problem is that this will be the best D they face. I think the Huskies have the D to keep OSU in check and prevent them from hitting 30. I smell 24-17.
UCF +17.5 -- Central Florida getting a team like Texas at home?!!? They will not let this chance slip away. UCF has offensive weapons and the defense to keep Colt McCoy in check. His offense hasn't been that spectacular anyways.
ECU +1 -- Too impressive to be a dog. Eric Kass being dumb was the best thing for this team because Pinkney got his chance to shine.
Under 47 Ark/Bama -- O/U this high in the SEC are ludicrous.
Fresno +16.5 -- Very chic pick amongst the experts but they have the talent to hang with Oregon.
Under 48 BC/Tech -- Two solid defenses with two offenses that need a little more work. I like the under in almost any game John Tenuta is coaching.
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Cheaters and taking the fun out of football
A pair of hot issues here in the area involving the new great american sport football.
First, Bill Belichick...what can i say? The Patriots are the model organization in all of sports. They do everything right on and off the field but maybe we know why now. It's funny to watch him squirm in front of the podium. It's like the kid who gets caught doing something bad by his parents and he tries to lie to get out of it. Belichick knows what he did and got caught. I think they should award the win to the Jets and give NYJ some of NE's picks. If your really so against it Roger Goodell, be swift, be firm and take care of business.
Now the hokie topic....Lemme just say i was one of the more rowdier Syracuse fans at school. We had a chant involving the Hey Song which was less then nice. The school told the band they couldn't play it anymore so what did we do? We sang the song without the band and kept the tradition going. Greg's right...football is a weekly release of all the frustrations and crap that we've taken during M-F. If they want it to be like church, that's what Sunday morning is for. A lot of us take pride in our teams and take pride in our chants and "Stick it in...Stick it in" is as much a part of Virginia Tech as anything else.
That's all.
First, Bill Belichick...what can i say? The Patriots are the model organization in all of sports. They do everything right on and off the field but maybe we know why now. It's funny to watch him squirm in front of the podium. It's like the kid who gets caught doing something bad by his parents and he tries to lie to get out of it. Belichick knows what he did and got caught. I think they should award the win to the Jets and give NYJ some of NE's picks. If your really so against it Roger Goodell, be swift, be firm and take care of business.
Now the hokie topic....Lemme just say i was one of the more rowdier Syracuse fans at school. We had a chant involving the Hey Song which was less then nice. The school told the band they couldn't play it anymore so what did we do? We sang the song without the band and kept the tradition going. Greg's right...football is a weekly release of all the frustrations and crap that we've taken during M-F. If they want it to be like church, that's what Sunday morning is for. A lot of us take pride in our teams and take pride in our chants and "Stick it in...Stick it in" is as much a part of Virginia Tech as anything else.
That's all.
Monday, September 10, 2007
24 hours later...
Alright, one would think that i've cooled down but honestly, i think i'm angrier. This is ridiculous. There is no other team in the NFL with as much talent as the Eagles who lose in the stupidest ways. a 62 yd FG....a non-existent punt returner. Argh, I don't even know how i'm going to survive this week. I'm sure the Cowboys callers will make it so much easier for me....NOT
Sunday, September 9, 2007
Humbling...
In what could have been one of the worst personal sports weekends ever, i find few things to hang my hat on...
We start on Saturday when Tech, Temple, Syracuse and Michigan took turns in being the worst team in my life. I think they combined for like 10 points between the 4 of them. Although, the future is bright for the Hokies...Tyrod showed flashes of greatness...more then Glennon ever showed.
Then on Sunday....first stinkin sunday of the year and i'm already aggrevated. Our beloved boy genius Andy Reid who is rapidly approaching Charlie Weis status gagged away another game. I wish the fat-man would go help his family out and stay the hell away from this team. How bad was Jeremy Bloom that he had to put these morons back there to get punts. The question was asked during his postgame presser "if the returners knew they didn't have to touch the ball," and I truly think that may not have been the case. McNabb sucked giving me more reason to despise Syracuse's favorite son. The playcalling was hideous and i added more reasons to hate Brett Favre. Those fox announcers sucked.
With regards to the Skins, I liked what Campbell did but losing Jansen has to be a huge blow. Time for Stephen Heyer to show what he's got in the real spotlight. Portis looked good...but boy Carlos Rogers sucked huh? Their going to face a desperate Eagles team next week. Sadly, if both teams play like they did today, skins will be 2-0.
Hideous weekend....absolutely hideous...i guess my next hope for success is the Flyers who begin camp soon.
We start on Saturday when Tech, Temple, Syracuse and Michigan took turns in being the worst team in my life. I think they combined for like 10 points between the 4 of them. Although, the future is bright for the Hokies...Tyrod showed flashes of greatness...more then Glennon ever showed.
Then on Sunday....first stinkin sunday of the year and i'm already aggrevated. Our beloved boy genius Andy Reid who is rapidly approaching Charlie Weis status gagged away another game. I wish the fat-man would go help his family out and stay the hell away from this team. How bad was Jeremy Bloom that he had to put these morons back there to get punts. The question was asked during his postgame presser "if the returners knew they didn't have to touch the ball," and I truly think that may not have been the case. McNabb sucked giving me more reason to despise Syracuse's favorite son. The playcalling was hideous and i added more reasons to hate Brett Favre. Those fox announcers sucked.
With regards to the Skins, I liked what Campbell did but losing Jansen has to be a huge blow. Time for Stephen Heyer to show what he's got in the real spotlight. Portis looked good...but boy Carlos Rogers sucked huh? Their going to face a desperate Eagles team next week. Sadly, if both teams play like they did today, skins will be 2-0.
Hideous weekend....absolutely hideous...i guess my next hope for success is the Flyers who begin camp soon.
Friday, September 7, 2007
Week 2 College Football Picks
Record: 6-3
Welcome back...We had a good week last night and got very lucky with the Sun Belt teams. I'll begin with the Temple game.
Temple -3 -- It scares the crap out of me that everyone loves Temple and that the line is so small. For once there is actually a talent disparity in favor of Temple. The Owls have way more athletes then UB and actually showed a semblance of an offense. Defensively you can't really gauge the effort considering Navy is so unique. The crowd will be nowhere near as strong but talking to my people in Philly, the fans will be back to the game. I'm taking the Owls but I don't necessarily support it. Last time they were favored was 2003 at home against Rutgers and they got swamped. They'll win the game though.
Vandy +4 -- I watched their game against Richmond and I expect this to be a typical low scoring SEC affair. I think this is a Vandy team that will be able to score on Bama. Can Bama do the same? Probably but I think Vandy will keep up. I see a 20-17 game here.
Wyoming -24 -- So impressive against a piss poor UVA team. Utah State is the most putrid team in america and i don't expect them to get out of double digits. I'm thinking there may be some letdown but USU is so bad that Wyoming will only be up 10 at half.
Washington +3 -- I might have been blinded by the Orange on my alma mater's jerseys but Washington looked great. Team speed looked good and this kid Locker is a stud. I'm just not a big believer of Boise State. This line should be higher to me which means they want BSU money. I'm not buyin it.
Troy +28 -- Once again i'm going to chance it with them against an SEC school. Troy has some offensive weapons mainly Haugabrook and I fully expect Florida to sleep walk through this game. Troy may need that late TD again to get me the cover.
Tulane +5.5 -- I know I know...Tulane sucks but MSU does as well. There may not be much of a homefield but i'll take the home dog in a battle of two bad teams. Matt Forte may be the best player on the field.
Hawaii -28.5 -- Colt Brennan is on a mission and so is this team to lay bad teams to waste away from home. Colt puts up 6 TD's in a quarter and then adds a few more.
Arkansas State +3 -- Impressive vs. Texas...might be a mirage but once again i'll take the home dog. Memphis just not as impressive to me on defense and i think ASU will be able to move the ball on the Tigers.
Iowa -22 -- Man, Syracuse stunk on the road when they had a good team with weapons...how are they going to do without any? Robinson is an improvement over Patterson but that's not saying much. Iowa rolls in their first home game.
Tech +12 -- Gimme the Hokies to lose an inspired 17-13 effort. I don't think Matt Flynn and that offense move the ball as easily.
Kinda lookin at Georgia -4 but I expected the line to be higher.
Welcome back...We had a good week last night and got very lucky with the Sun Belt teams. I'll begin with the Temple game.
Temple -3 -- It scares the crap out of me that everyone loves Temple and that the line is so small. For once there is actually a talent disparity in favor of Temple. The Owls have way more athletes then UB and actually showed a semblance of an offense. Defensively you can't really gauge the effort considering Navy is so unique. The crowd will be nowhere near as strong but talking to my people in Philly, the fans will be back to the game. I'm taking the Owls but I don't necessarily support it. Last time they were favored was 2003 at home against Rutgers and they got swamped. They'll win the game though.
Vandy +4 -- I watched their game against Richmond and I expect this to be a typical low scoring SEC affair. I think this is a Vandy team that will be able to score on Bama. Can Bama do the same? Probably but I think Vandy will keep up. I see a 20-17 game here.
Wyoming -24 -- So impressive against a piss poor UVA team. Utah State is the most putrid team in america and i don't expect them to get out of double digits. I'm thinking there may be some letdown but USU is so bad that Wyoming will only be up 10 at half.
Washington +3 -- I might have been blinded by the Orange on my alma mater's jerseys but Washington looked great. Team speed looked good and this kid Locker is a stud. I'm just not a big believer of Boise State. This line should be higher to me which means they want BSU money. I'm not buyin it.
Troy +28 -- Once again i'm going to chance it with them against an SEC school. Troy has some offensive weapons mainly Haugabrook and I fully expect Florida to sleep walk through this game. Troy may need that late TD again to get me the cover.
Tulane +5.5 -- I know I know...Tulane sucks but MSU does as well. There may not be much of a homefield but i'll take the home dog in a battle of two bad teams. Matt Forte may be the best player on the field.
Hawaii -28.5 -- Colt Brennan is on a mission and so is this team to lay bad teams to waste away from home. Colt puts up 6 TD's in a quarter and then adds a few more.
Arkansas State +3 -- Impressive vs. Texas...might be a mirage but once again i'll take the home dog. Memphis just not as impressive to me on defense and i think ASU will be able to move the ball on the Tigers.
Iowa -22 -- Man, Syracuse stunk on the road when they had a good team with weapons...how are they going to do without any? Robinson is an improvement over Patterson but that's not saying much. Iowa rolls in their first home game.
Tech +12 -- Gimme the Hokies to lose an inspired 17-13 effort. I don't think Matt Flynn and that offense move the ball as easily.
Kinda lookin at Georgia -4 but I expected the line to be higher.
Quick Hits
- Is it wrong that I'm modestly attracted to Diana Taurasi? Actually, is it wrong that i've dedicated any time at all to a member of the WNBA in my blog?
- I actually watched some tennis this week....I liked what I saw except all of the grunts and groans...if i wanted that i'd listen to my neighbors. Although i do believe Maria Sharpova grunts as well.
- Last night, I can honestly say I didn't watch much of the NFL. That Louisville game was impressive. I think being in this college type town and covering the hoos and hokies so much that college football has overaken the NFL in my book. I love my Sundays but I find myself Saturday watching so many games that don't involve my teams or bets that it's surprising.
- Hawaii is in Louisiana Tech this weekend. There's no chance that Colt doesn't throw for 450 yards and 6 or 7 TD's. College Football News has already joined me in the dark side picking him for heisman after his week one, ONE HALF, performance.
- Tech will be in this game this weekend and will cover that double digit spread. They also have a viable chance of winning the game. PREDICTION: LSU 17-13
- Duke/UVA...This game should be a romp and it probably will but Hoo fans this doesn't mean your team is fixed...UNC awaits in Tar Heel country and that's not going to be easy.
Thursday, September 6, 2007
Women Suck......
Honestly, I don't know what i'd do without women and sports because other then those two things my life would be problem free. I have officially written off the baseball season as a wash once football begins. The Marlins suck and so do the Twins...who i also root for.
You all know why i think women suck. Truly are the most painful part of this existence on earth. I was so excited for my lunch date today but she cancelled because she was sick. I don't know what it is with them but girls are put on this earth to pull at our emotions and basically make sure we don't go a 24 hour period without something going wrong.
That's all....i'll blog my college football picks for this weekend later on today since i'll have nothing to do as usual
Colt Brennan Factoid number two: When Hawaii isn't playing football, Colt is curing cancer.
You all know why i think women suck. Truly are the most painful part of this existence on earth. I was so excited for my lunch date today but she cancelled because she was sick. I don't know what it is with them but girls are put on this earth to pull at our emotions and basically make sure we don't go a 24 hour period without something going wrong.
That's all....i'll blog my college football picks for this weekend later on today since i'll have nothing to do as usual
Colt Brennan Factoid number two: When Hawaii isn't playing football, Colt is curing cancer.
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
The Title....
Alright, so the title of this blog isn't exactly the greatest. I don't exactly feel like a muse or anything but hey it's the best "M" word i could come up with. Feel free to make some suggestions.
Some quick hits.....
- I really think the Skins roll this week...Somewhere around 27-13 or so....this washington team is going to be a thorn in the sides in the rest of the NFC east.
- The hooters girl depth chart did get me into a lot of trouble. Let's be honest though, you really can't go wrong with any of the girls. Unfortunately though there has to be a number one.
- For those of you who don't listen to Riggins, give him a shot. It's a very entertaining show and there's a lot more then just the Skins to his show.
- Rotohog update: about 122 people have signed up...a lot of you listeners still need to join us for this exciting league. (so exciting that i dropped an f bomb that thankfully none of you heard)
- GAMBLING PICK OF THE NIGHT: I'm lookin at the Brewers tonight. Matt Albers pitching for the Astros who has been pitching well as of late but the kid Gallardo goin for the Brew Crew is a phenom and will shut down a putrid Astros offense.
Some quick hits.....
- I really think the Skins roll this week...Somewhere around 27-13 or so....this washington team is going to be a thorn in the sides in the rest of the NFC east.
- The hooters girl depth chart did get me into a lot of trouble. Let's be honest though, you really can't go wrong with any of the girls. Unfortunately though there has to be a number one.
- For those of you who don't listen to Riggins, give him a shot. It's a very entertaining show and there's a lot more then just the Skins to his show.
- Rotohog update: about 122 people have signed up...a lot of you listeners still need to join us for this exciting league. (so exciting that i dropped an f bomb that thankfully none of you heard)
- GAMBLING PICK OF THE NIGHT: I'm lookin at the Brewers tonight. Matt Albers pitching for the Astros who has been pitching well as of late but the kid Gallardo goin for the Brew Crew is a phenom and will shut down a putrid Astros offense.
Tuesday, September 4, 2007
This Blog....
Welcome to my blog. This is for all of the many opinions that I have that Greg doesn't let me say on the air. It's also for my daily pumping of Colt Brennan for the heisman and for the constant education of my listeners on who to bet on and against.
Stay Tuned.
PS....Colt Brennan factoid number one......His touchdown passes bring rain to countries that are in a drought.
Stay Tuned.
PS....Colt Brennan factoid number one......His touchdown passes bring rain to countries that are in a drought.
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